1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Skylark | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
