1980 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 739 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escort | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |