1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 434 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Granada 2007 Jaguar S-Type
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Granada S-Type
Year Released 1981 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 98 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2920 mm


 

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