2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK8 | Pintara |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |