2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 595 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |