1984 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada.
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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Granada | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |