1989 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 1989 Audi 80 and 1989 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (129 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 80 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
