1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 266 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | XF |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |