2011 Jaguar XF vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XF | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XF | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2530 mm |
