2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel 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 203 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1975 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
