2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Firebird. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1992 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1992 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
