1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 184 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti. 1984 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
Model | Avanti | XK |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2752 mm |