1979 Buick Century vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 19 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Century | XKR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
