1984 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 251 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1984 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Yaris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |