1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 47 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1994 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJS | MR2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3978 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1730 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |