1979 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 865 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XKR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
