1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 388 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Viper | XJS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |