1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1989 Matra-Simca M25
To start off, both 1989 Jaguar XJS and 1989 Matra-Simca M25 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Matra-Simca M25 (363 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 1989 Matra-Simca M25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1989 Matra-Simca M25 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Matra-Simca |
| Model | XJS | M25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
