1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 10 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 149 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
