1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 23 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | Viano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
