1980 Ford Taunus vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1980 Ford Taunus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 606 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. 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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taunus | Type S |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
