2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 774 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJ | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
