2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 27 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | S-Type | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |