1997 Ford Escort vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Escort | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Escort | 240 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |