2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 975 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | S-Type | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
