2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 803 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XF | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2380 mm |