1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 12 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 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 211 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Jaguar | MCC |
| Model | XJS | Smart |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
