1992 Ford Escort vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
