2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 865 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 2006 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
