1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Jaguar XJS 1976 Nissan Bluebird
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XJS Bluebird
Year Released 1993 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3650 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2660 mm


 

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