1984 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 21 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
