1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
