1974 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Cherry | XF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2908 mm |
