1983 Toyota Corsa vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 985 kg more than 1983 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corsa | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsa | XK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
