1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LeSabre | MK X |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
