1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1984 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1984 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1984 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ220 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
