1990 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |