1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1982 Kia Brisa is newer by 7 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 238 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 980 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
