1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 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 110 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 163 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XJR | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
