1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJS 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 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | XJS | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |