1998 Buick Signia vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Signia | Kensington |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
