1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
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. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1947 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | Mark IV | Granada |
Year Released | 1947 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 98 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2780 mm |