1989 Chrysler TC vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, both 1989 Chrysler TC and 1989 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler TC. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 276 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC, 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler TC | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | TC | XJS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
