2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 499 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJR | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 237 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 69 L |
