1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 714 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | S-Type | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
