1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Corolla | XJ |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 780 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
