1979 Buick Century vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 27 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 180 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 2006 Jaguar X-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, 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Century | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
