1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Charger | XJS |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |