1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 28 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
