1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 665 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | 100 NX | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1321 mm |
