1980 Audi Sport vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Sport | XJS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
