1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJS | 1430 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |