1992 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJR-15 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
