1974 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
