1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 159 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | El Camino | XJS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
