1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 683 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 93 L |
