1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
Model | Eighty-Eight | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 488 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2909 mm |