2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rainier | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5344 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
