1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Panda | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 90 L |
