1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
