2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 521 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
