1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | XJS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
