2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Ranger | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2600 mm |
