2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 754 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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 XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJR | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJR | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |