2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (192 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 X-Type (242 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | X-Type | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
