2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJ | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |