2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jaguar XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XKR | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
