1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 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 S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | S-Type | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
