2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
