1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 24 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
