1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 698 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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 XJS (387 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR V8 S has manual transmission. 1990 TVR V8 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJS | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
