1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | Mark II |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |