1981 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 260 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |
