2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
