1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 115 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJS | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
