2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Blazer | XJS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
