1986 Jaguar XJR vs. 1986 Lada Samara
To start off, both 1986 Jaguar XJR and 1986 Lada Samara were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,499 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJR (671 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 607 more horse power than 1986 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada Samara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1986 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 1986 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lada Samara, 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:
| 1986 Jaguar XJR | 1986 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XJR | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6499 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
