1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
