1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 23 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Jaguar | Scion |
Model | XJS | FR-S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |