1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 24 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 462 kg more than 2005 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Jaguar XJS 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 1981 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina, 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Caldina. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Caldina.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Jaguar XJS 2005 Toyota Caldina
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJS Caldina
Year Released 1981 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5344 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 299 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1707 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L