1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. 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 8 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 7 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1986 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1986 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJS | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
Model | XJS | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |