1969 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 690 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | XJS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |