1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | XF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2908 mm |
