2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XJS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
