1975 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
