1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
