2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 662 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XF | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
