1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 27 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
Model | XJS | Lancer |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |