1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 20 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 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
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1988 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Tata |
Model | XJS | Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |