1989 Audi Coupe vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 701 kg more than 1989 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi Coupe. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Coupe | XJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3032 mm |
