1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 630 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | XJR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
