1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 434 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Quattro | XJS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
