2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 372 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
