1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Mustang | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Mustang | Type S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
