1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Jaguar XJS. (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Toyota MR2.
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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | MR2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |