1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 39 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | XJR |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
