1977 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 767 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2009 Jaguar XF 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. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XF |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 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 | 912 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
