2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 72 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 343 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | S-Type | 505 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
