1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 952 kg more than 1979 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
