1979 Ford LTD vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | LTD | XJS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
