2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 895 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
