2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 684 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
