1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
