1986 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1080 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 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 (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XJ |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3157 mm |
