1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. 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 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2909 mm |
