1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 777 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Jaguar MK X 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 1962 Jaguar MK X. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK X | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK X | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
