2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
