2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 605 kg more than 1974 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
