1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 170 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Sunny |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |