1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1998 Jaguar XJ8 and 1998 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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 1998 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Skyline. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
