1975 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 860 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Violet | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
Model | Violet | XK |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |