2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
