1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 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 (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Jaguar XJS | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |