1990 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 RAV4, 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Granada 2012 Toyota RAV4
Make Ford Toyota
Model Granada RAV4
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2498 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 92 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2659 mm


 

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