2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | XJS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |