1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1990 Jaguar XJR and 1990 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 181 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 708 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova, 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 (377 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | XJR | Nova |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |