2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1974 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJR | 131 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
