1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | XJS | Voyager |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |