1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 29 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 744 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Edge |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
