2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1979 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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
