1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 407 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1981 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Model F |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
