1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 237 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 534 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
