1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry 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 246 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 800 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
