1978 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 745 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2005 Jaguar XJ 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. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
