1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 46 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 175 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
