2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
