2002 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 197 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Aceca. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2002 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | XJS |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |