2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 394 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | X-Type | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
