1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 735 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina, 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | Carina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |