2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 991 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJ | Escort |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5127 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2400 mm |
