2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2340 mm |
