1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 545 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Granada | XF |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2908 mm |