1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 765 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Corona | XF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2909 mm |
