1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 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 160 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 828 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 51 L |
