1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 958 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
Model | Corolla | XF |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2908 mm |