1979 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 214 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
