1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
