1991 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ6 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
