1986 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 22 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 404 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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Granada | XKR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 71 L |
