1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
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, 2008 Seat Altea, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJS | Altea |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
