1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Caprice | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
