1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 11 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 248 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 837 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. 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) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
