1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |