1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 21 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJS | Solstice |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |