2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
