1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
