1989 Ford Granada vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1984 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Granada | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Model F |
Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |