1995 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Land Cruiser | Granada |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |