1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 45 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 53 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Carina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
