1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 13 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 155 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XJS | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
