1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJS | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
