2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 550 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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 (411 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
