1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |