1981 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 688 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | S-Type |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |