2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 361 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJR | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2730 mm |
