1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 895 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | XJS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
