1981 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XF |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 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 |