1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
| Model | XJS | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 48 L |
