1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 279 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Skylark | XJ |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3032 mm |