1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Crown | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Toyota | Jaguar |
Model | Crown | S-Type |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |