2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 894 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJ | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
