1979 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 27 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 345 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| 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 | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
