1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 164 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Camaro | S-Type |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |