1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 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.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (407 Nm). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
