1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 710 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK X | Celica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
