1979 Nissan Cherry vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 983 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cherry | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Cherry | XK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2751 mm |
