1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Roadmaster | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
