2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 485 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 XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
