1985 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 475 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
