1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 131 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1984 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
