1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, both 1984 Jaguar XJS and 1984 Buick Century were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 1984 Jaguar XJS 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 1984 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Century, 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century. 1984 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1984 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1984 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Jaguar | Buick |
| Model | XJS | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2664 mm |
