1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | XJ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3040 mm |
