1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Scorpio | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
