1990 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 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), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 444 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
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 | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3246 mm |