1970 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XJS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
