1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 207 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
