1986 Jaguar XJS 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 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 845 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 XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJS | Elise |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |