1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (160 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
