1974 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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 XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Celica | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Celica | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2751 mm |
