1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
