1990 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avensis. 2012 Toyota Avensis 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. 2012 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
