1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 6 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 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 85 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Tata |
Model | XJS | Safari |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |