1981 Audi 80 vs. 1963 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1963 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 80 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
