1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1986 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Croma | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
Model | Croma | XJS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |