2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (219 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | XJS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |