1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
