1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Jaguar XJS | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Frontier |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |