1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | MR2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.5 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |