1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 15 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 180 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 622 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJS | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
