1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR 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) has 121 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJR | A3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
