1961 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 376 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Jaguar E-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Jaguar E-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jaguar E-Type | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | E-Type | Sunny |
Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |