1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 434 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Celica | XJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3040 mm |
