1979 Ford LTD vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 36 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | LTD | XKR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
