2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 664 kg more than 1971 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 XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |