1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Seat 127
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 127 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 244 more horse power than 1975 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1975 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Seat 127, 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJS | 127 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
