1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | RS 200 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
