1977 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri 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 341 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Capri 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:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XJR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
