1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
