1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 386 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Alpine A 610 1989 Jaguar XJR
Make Alpine Jaguar
Model A 610 XJR
Year Released 1992 1989
Engine Size 2975 cc 5996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 476 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1270 mm


 

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