1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 24 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
Model | XJS | Equator |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |