2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 653 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XKR | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
