2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
