2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 419 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1984 Jaguar XJS 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 1984 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | Town & Country | XJS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |