1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1978 Zastava 750
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 988 kg more than 1978 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1978 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
Model | XJS | 750 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |