2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
