1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 18 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 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 766 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Jaguar XJS 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 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Jaguar XJS 2008 Toyota Aygo
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XJS Aygo
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3590 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 864 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 35 L