1984 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-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 70 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | S-Type |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |