1980 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 3,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1980 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, 1963 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | MK X |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
