1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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 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 112 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 93 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJR |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
