2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 949 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
