1984 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | MK II |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |