1977 Buick Regal vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |