1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird, 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 XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR-15 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
