1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 329 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJS | 505 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
