2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
