2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 615 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2880 mm |
