1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJS | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
