2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK8 | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |