1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 576 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvair has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvair | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
