1981 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 483 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Capri | S-Type |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |