1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2540 mm |
