1979 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8

To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Buick Regal 2002 Jaguar XK8
Make Buick Jaguar
Model Regal XK8
Year Released 1979 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4348 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 119 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1685 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2590 mm


 

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