2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 719 kg more than 1969 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 XK (411 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
