1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
