1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
