2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJ | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
