1985 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 238 kg more than 1985 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
