1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LeSabre | XJ |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |