1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 522 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Beretta | XJR |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
