1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | F-Type | Corona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |