1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Skylark | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |