1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1977 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 322 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK II (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Cortina | MK II |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
