1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | XJ |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3170 mm |