1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | Kensington | Skyline |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |