1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Violet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
