1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 25 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 897 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
