1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
Model | Corona | XK |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2752 mm |