1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | XJR |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
