1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2009 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LeSabre | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
