1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | 1400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |