1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XF |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2909 mm |
