1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | E-Type | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2080 mm |
