1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJR-15 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
