1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
