1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
Model | XJS | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |