1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 171 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJ |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |