1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 21 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 312 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Skylark | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
