2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 886 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
