1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 283 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Sedan | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3157 mm |
