1978 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 165 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
