1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. Both 1984 Buick Skylark and 2004 Jaguar X-Type are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (167 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Skylark | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
