1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJS | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
