1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 32 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 142 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 87 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
