2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |