2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 156 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJ | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
