1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 697 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |