1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
