1991 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 800 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Pulsar | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Pulsar | XJ |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
