2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 25 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 15 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
