1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.
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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotec |
| Model | XJS | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1650 kg |
