1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 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. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2012 Jaguar XK 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 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Skylark | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
