1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Elan. (116 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 643 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (377 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJR | Elan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
