1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 9 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1090 mm |
