1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 772 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
