1987 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Century | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Century | XF |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2908 mm |
