1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | XJ6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2852 mm |
