1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Mark II |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |