1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
