1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15

To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 10 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Camaro 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Camaro XJR-15
Year Released 1982 1992
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2474 cc 5993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 89 HP 450 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 1 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2870 mm


 

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