1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ6 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
