1972 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 211 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
