1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 604. (96 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Type S | 604 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
