1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 20 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 348 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | XJS | Evora |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |