1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 227 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
