2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 657 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |