1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 66 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
