1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJR | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2685 mm |
