2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
