1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 226 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Caprice | XJS |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |