1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Titan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
