1985 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Estate | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
