1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS 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 74 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 56 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJS | XJS |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |