1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2009 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 279 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
