2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1976 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK8 | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |