1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jaguar XJS | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
