1984 Jaguar XJR vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1984 Jaguar XJR and 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 61 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1984 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJR | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
