1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS. 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJS | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |