2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 979 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2340 mm |
