1996 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 346 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar XK 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 1958 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Escort | XK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
