1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
