1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1300. 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 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
| Model | XJS | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
