1991 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1991 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 585 kg more than 1991 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Mustang | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XF |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |