1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJS | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |