1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 31 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 149 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 732 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
Model | XJS | Equator |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |