1985 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
