2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair 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 288 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 526 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 1990 Ford Corsair, 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJR | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJR | Corsair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2560 mm |