1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1150 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 1991 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 1991 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Festiva | XJS |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |