2002 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
