1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | XK |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
