1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 875 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
