1975 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
