1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 21 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 188 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 1996 Rover 200, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
