1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 292 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJR | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJR | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |