1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 664 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Datsun | Jaguar |
| Model | 1800 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
