1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 19 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 146 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
