1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1989 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | RS 200 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 90 L |
