1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJR 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 1994 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2310 mm |
