1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 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 160 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Festiva | XJS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
