1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 314 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LeSabre | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3060 mm |