1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 735 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XJR-15 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |