1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
