1984 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Electra | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
