1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Because 1984 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 1984 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Previa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
