2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. 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 XJ (411 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century. 2004 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
