1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 612 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJR |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |