1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 446 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | Type S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 90 L |
