1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 22 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 286 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 2010 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
