1991 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 850 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
| Model | Corolla | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2752 mm |
