2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Crown |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |