1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 838 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
