1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
