1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XKR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
