1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 798 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |