1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
