1977 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XK |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 604 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |