1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS 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 218 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 812 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | 11 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
