1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 28 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 32 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 848 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XJS | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
