1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 736 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |
