1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1953 Jaguar C-Type 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 1953 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | C-Type | Carina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
