1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 82 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Corvette | S-Type |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |