2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 182 kg more than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Jaguar XF 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model XF Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 1986
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 410 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2610 mm