1977 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XF |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
