1969 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |