1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS 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 165 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | XJS | Fusca |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |