1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 3 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 3 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 771 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
