1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 398 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Mustang | S-Type |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |