1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 41 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.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Murano |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2824 mm |