2001 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 825 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Violet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
