2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 788 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
