1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 236 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | F-Type | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
