2002 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
