1977 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 860 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 937 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
