1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJR |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |