2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (201 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (380 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
