1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 523 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJR | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
