1976 Toyota Celica vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 714 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Celica | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
