1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
