1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK IX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
