1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 33 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 (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 557 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Sunny |
Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |