1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |