2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 XJ (411 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XJ | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
