1981 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 305 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Granada | XJS |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2600 mm |