1985 Audi 90 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 892 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3033 mm |
