1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 132 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 724 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
