1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Mark IV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2320 mm |
