1988 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Electra | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2752 mm |
