2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 26 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 869 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
