1985 Audi 90 vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
