1978 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 538 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
