2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet 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 (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 967 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet. 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 XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XF | Violet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
