2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 869 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
