1985 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 27 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XF |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 450 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2908 mm |