2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. 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 XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
