2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
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 XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XF | Skyline |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |