1983 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 79 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | XJR |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |