1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |