1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 595 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | XJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
