1979 Buick Century vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Century | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
