1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 14 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 136 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Retona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
