1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
