2002 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 815 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
