1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 10 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 28 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJS | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
