2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 709 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |