1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 487 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XJS | Defender |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
