1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 790 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jaguar XJ 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 1972 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
