1953 Jaguar XK vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar XK weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Jaguar XK | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Laurel |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |