1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 820 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1954 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1954 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJR | 203 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
