1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Impala | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |