1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 781 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJS | 2105 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
