1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
