1980 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1467 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
