1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (236 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 738 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.

Because 2005 Toyota Land 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, 2005 Toyota Land 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Jaguar XJS 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJS Land Cruiser
Year Released 1981 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5344 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 299 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1707 kg 2445 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 96 L


 

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