1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1985 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie 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 144 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 755 kg more than 1985 Nissan Prairie. 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, 1985 Nissan Prairie, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJS | 1985 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
