1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 19 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 208 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
