2003 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | R Coupe | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
