1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 985 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Festiva | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
