1986 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 895 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jaguar MK IX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
