1986 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2003 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3270 mm |
