1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Violet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |