1978 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Crown Victoria | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
