1973 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 98 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |
