1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 204 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Condor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
