1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 11 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJS | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
