1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 103 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | XJS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |