1991 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1991 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura NSX | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | XJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3040 mm |
