1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 972 kg more than 1981 Zastava 2101. 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 (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
| Model | XJS | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
