1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 919 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
