1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 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 202 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 622 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJS | 6000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |