1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 528 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 785 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | RS 200 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |