1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 136 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
