1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 19 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 430 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 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 2007 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Skylark | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 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 | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
