1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 63 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 60 L |
