1979 Ford LTD vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 70 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 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 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 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 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | LTD | XJS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
