1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 441 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Jaguar XJS 2009 Nissan Livina
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XJS Livina
Year Released 1975 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5342 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 52 L


 

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