1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (219 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Camaro | XJS |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |