2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 763 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
