1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 636 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LeSabre | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |