1976 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Escort | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XJ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
