1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| 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 |
