1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJS | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
