1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 694 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1120 mm |
