1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, both 1981 Jaguar XJS and 1981 Pontiac Phoenix were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 557 kg more than 1981 Pontiac Phoenix.
Because 1981 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Phoenix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1981 Pontiac Phoenix has manual transmission. 1981 Pontiac Phoenix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJS | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |