1970 Jensen FF vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 640 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, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen FF | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | FF | Granada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
