1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
