2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Century weights approximately 141 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2870 mm |