1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Mark IV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |
