1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Wildcat | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
