1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 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 213 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 531 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Rover 400, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
