1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | XJS | Cresta |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |