1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
