2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | 200 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |