1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 820 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
