1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny 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 (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 815 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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 (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Sunny |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |