1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 805 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corsa | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsa | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
