1981 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 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 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
