2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 118 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
