1978 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 859 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Escort | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escort | S-Type |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |