1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1988 Jaguar XJS and 1988 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 247 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1988 Vauxhall Nova, 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | XJS | Nova |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |