1986 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 584 kg more than 1986 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | MK X |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 63 L |
