1983 Ford Capri vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Capri | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
