1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Crown Victoria | MK X |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |