1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 205 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 737 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJS | 124 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |