1968 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 802 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escort | S-Type |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 69 L |