1969 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 858 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 (495 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR 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 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XJR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 89 L |
