2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 797 kg more than 1983 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Trevi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | XJ | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1942 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5127 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3032 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
