2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 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 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.

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2007 Hyundai Atos 1988 Jaguar XJS
Make Hyundai Jaguar
Model Atos XJS
Year Released 2007 1988
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1084 cc 3590 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5450 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2850 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 146 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 90 L