2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2700 mm |
