2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
