1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 99 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Skylark | S-Type |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |