2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 13 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2002 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
