1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 272 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | MK II | Celica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
