2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 381 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 1985 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 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avalon | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avalon | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
