2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 659 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJ | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
