1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, both vehicles can yield 543 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | F-Type | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
