1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 780 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK 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 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
