1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
