1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar MK II | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK II | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2481 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
