1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
