1966 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Toyota Corona | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
Model | Corona | XJ |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |