1980 Ford Granada vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1980 Ford Granada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | MK II |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
