2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2002 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 2002 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJR | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 91 L |
