1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 228 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XJR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 322 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
