1984 Buick Electra vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 206 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.
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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | MK X |
Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |