2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. 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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | XJ8 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3516 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 46 L |