1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
