1971 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1971 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1971 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2900 mm |
