1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 282 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
