2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 915 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XJ220 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1077 Nm | 162 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |