1997 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2310 mm |
