1984 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (211 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
