1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1969 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 768 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK X | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
