1980 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS

To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Austin Marina 1989 Jaguar XJS
Make Austin Jaguar
Model Marina XJS
Year Released 1980 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 3590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.6 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2600 mm


 

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