2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | XJS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
