2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Blizzard. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XKR | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
