2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 870 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XKR | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
