1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | E-Type | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
