1979 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 294 kg more than 1979 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Granada | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
