1979 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 110 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Granada | XJS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |