1978 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 679 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 XJ 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 XJ 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3032 mm |
