2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 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 117 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 840 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | XJ | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |