1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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 (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJS | RX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
