1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1991 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri, 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJS | Capri |
Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |