1985 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 657 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| 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 | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
