1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
