1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XJS | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 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 | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |