1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XJS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
