1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ220 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
