1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 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 135 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 627 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJS | 924 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
