1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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 XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJ6 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
