2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 833 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XJ | Corona |
Year Released | 2012 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5127 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3032 mm | 2510 mm |