1981 Lada 2105 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 940 kg more than 1981 Lada 2105. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada 2105 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lada | Jaguar |
| Model | 2105 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3032 mm |
