2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Astro | XJS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
