2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 845 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
