1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 21 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 106 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
