1986 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 450 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
