1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1994 Nissan Gloria is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Nissan Gloria.
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. 1973 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Gloria has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Gloria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ | Gloria |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |