2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2340 mm |
