1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 1993 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1994 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1994 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJS | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |