1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 795 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
