2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |