1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Jaguar | Morris |
| Model | XJS | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
