1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Caprice | S-Type |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |