2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 589 kg more than 1978 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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |