1975 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Consorte | XJS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
