1978 Ford Granada vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar MK V (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | MK V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
