1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex 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 262 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1976 Subaru Rex. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJS | Rex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1930 mm |
