2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 444 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKA | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1356 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
