1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 1984 Austin Maestro and 1984 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 9 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1984 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1984 Austin Maestro | 1984 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Maestro | XJR |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |