2001 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XK | Granada |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 290 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |