1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | XF |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2909 mm |