1984 Audi 90 vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
