1985 Citroen C vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 885 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
