1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina 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 276 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |