1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 246 kg more than 1965 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | MK II | Escape |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
