2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa 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 232 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 869 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
