1980 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XF |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2908 mm |