2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Viper | XJR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 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 | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
