2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 955 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
