1986 Audi 90 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 1 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 166 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
