1981 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 10 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Granada | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |