1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 7 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
