1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S

To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 576 kg more than 1976 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Ford Cortina 1968 Jaguar Type S
Make Ford Jaguar
Model Cortina Type S
Year Released 1976 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1294 cc 3442 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1626 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 90 L


 

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